
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chalmette, LA from $600 (32 Rentals)
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3513 Golden Dr

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3409 Golden Dr, Unit Apt B

9020 Titans Dr, Unit 9020

510 Chalmette Ave

9104 Atreus

2109 Octavia Dr

3508 Pakenham Dr
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208 W Genie St

Magnolia Park Apartments

3218 Pakenham Dr

3618 Shangri-La Dr

1107 Odeon St

1101 Odeon Ave

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Parc Fontaine

Forest Isle
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Cypress Run Apartments

718 Lamanche St, Unit A

1543 Murl St

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Zurqui at Cypress

3307 Kabel Dr

1313 Flood St

844 Lebeau St, Unit 844
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St James Apartments on Preston Place

6225 Urquhart Street, LLC

505 Andry St

1540 Richland Rd

715 Community St

713 Community St

5317 N Galvez St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chalmette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chalmette Studio Apartments | $825 | $775 | $875 |
| Cheap Chalmette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $700 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Chalmette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $950 | $1,400 |
| Cheap Chalmette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $1,030 | $1,950 |
| Cheap Chalmette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $1,835 | $1,835 |
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Cheapest Available Chalmette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chalmette, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Fontaine in the Old Aurora neighborhood priced from $710. Cypress Run Apartments in the Old Aurora neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chalmette apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Fontaine | Bienville | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Cypress Run Apartments | Small | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| 601 E Judge Perez Dr | O | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Zurqui at Cypress | 2BR | 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| The Mayfair Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Den/Extra Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chalmette, LA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chalmette area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3409 Golden Dr Model at 3409 Golden Dr, Unit Apt B in the in the New Aurora neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Chalmette apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath, Private Patio Model at The Mayfair Apartment Homes starting at $1,356 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Old Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chalmette apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3409 Golden Dr, Unit Apt B | 3409 Golden Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| The Mayfair Apartment Homes | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, Private Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Zurqui at Cypress | 2BR | 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 601 E Judge Perez Dr | O | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Parc Fontaine | Bienville | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Cypress Run Apartments | Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chalmette Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chalmette Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chalmette Apartment is $710 at Parc Fontaine.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chalmette Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chalmette is starting from $950 at Parc Fontaine.
What is the most affordable Chalmette Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chalmette Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parc Fontaine and starts from $1,030.
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